Hello! Tokyo Tours | Things to NOT do on a train in Japan
While our Tokyo guides will properly teach you the manners and etiquettes in social situations, this guide will give you a basic understanding of manners on a train.
Do not eat/drink on the train: If you wish to drink water/tea that’s okay but do not drink and eat on the train.
Do not talk on the phone: Unless it is an emergency, refrain from speaking on the phone!
Give up your set to the elderly or disabled: All trains will have a priority seating section, but if that’s filled and you notice someone that can benefit from siting, be a kind soul and give up your seat
Talk quietly: You might be excited because you’re on vacation - but if you want to talk with your friends and family - try to whisper! You’ll notice that most people are silent or are whispering
Women only cars: Certain trains will have a woman only car from a certain time. The car will have giant pink stickers on it. Typically in the morning most trains will have them so make sure to look out for them
Basically if you don’t know whether you can do something or not on a train just look around you and notice what others are doing. If you have to think to yourself - is this a good idea to do on the train now? - it probably isn’t a good idea!
Photo Credit: Japan Study Abroad Network